Hayden Padgett, chairman of the Young Republican National Federation, joins Ray to talk about how the "big, beautiful bill" creates a bright future for Illinois students by establishing a federal tax-credit scholarship program so low-income families have expanded school choice.

Hayden Padgett, chairman of the Young Republican National Federation, joins Ray to talk about how the "big, beautiful bill" creates a bright future for Illinois students by establishing a federal tax-credit scholarship program so low-income families have expanded school choice.

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.

The Ray Stevens Show

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk. 

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.&nbsp;

Trump's "big, beautiful bill" opens school choice opportunities for low-income students

Nelson Rosario, founder of Rosario Tech Law and former executive director of the Illinois Blockchain Association, joins the show to discuss the growing fight over AI regulation in Springfield and what’s at stake for Illinois businesses, startups, and consumers. Rosario argues the real question is not whether artificial intelligence should be regulated, but whether lawmakers can do it without crushing innovation and driving tech companies out of the state. He warns overly broad regulations could create massive compliance costs that only Big Tech companies can afford, leaving smaller startups and entrepreneurs behind. The conversation focuses on Illinois’ economic future, how other states are approaching AI policy, and why lawmakers face increasing pressure to balance consumer protections with innovation and job growth.

Nelson Rosario, founder of Rosario Tech Law and former executive director of the Illinois Blockchain Association, joins the show to discuss the growing fight over AI regulation in Springfield and what&rsquo;s at stake for Illinois businesses, startups, and consumers. Rosario argues the real question is not whether artificial intelligence should be regulated, but whether lawmakers can do it without crushing innovation and driving tech companies out of the state. He warns overly broad regulations could create massive compliance costs that only Big Tech companies can afford, leaving smaller startups and entrepreneurs behind. The conversation focuses on Illinois&rsquo; economic future, how other states are approaching AI policy, and why lawmakers face increasing pressure to balance consumer protections with innovation and job growth.

Illinois About to Regulate AI? Tech Leaders Warn Springfield Could Crush Innovation

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The Ray Stevens Show covers major political and national security headlines as lawmakers face mounting pressure in Washington and Illinois. Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown discusses President Trump signaling progress in Iran negotiations while nuclear material concerns remain unresolved. Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie joins the show to talk about stalled negotiations surrounding the proposed Bears stadium deal as lawmakers approach a critical deadline in Springfield. Later, Congressman Jim Jordan explains why he is sending letters to Chicago and Illinois officials over sanctuary city policies and immigration enforcement concerns. Fox News Radio reporter Jeff Monosso also provides the latest details on the White House gunman who was shot and killed by Secret Service agents.

Key Segments:
Trump and Iran nuclear negotiations
Bears stadium deal deadline in Illinois
Jim Jordan targets sanctuary city policies
White House security shooting investigation

The Ray Stevens Show covers major political and national security headlines as lawmakers face mounting pressure in Washington and Illinois. Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Eben Brown discusses President Trump signaling progress in Iran negotiations while nuclear material concerns remain unresolved. Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie joins the show to talk about stalled negotiations surrounding the proposed Bears stadium deal as lawmakers approach a critical deadline in Springfield. Later, Congressman Jim Jordan explains why he is sending letters to Chicago and Illinois officials over sanctuary city policies and immigration enforcement concerns. Fox News Radio reporter Jeff Monosso also provides the latest details on the White House gunman who was shot and killed by Secret Service agents.
Key Segments:
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The Ray Stevens Show (May 26, 2026) | Iran Nuclear Talks, Sanctuary City Battle & Bears Deal Deadline

Congressman Jim Jordan blasts Chicago and Illinois sanctuary city policies, arguing Democrat leaders continue to put illegal immigrants ahead of public safety and the rule of law. Rep. Jordan says local officials are obstructing federal immigration enforcement while dangerous policies create growing risks for American communities while Republicans are pushing to hold sanctuary city leaders accountable for refusing to cooperate with federal authorities.

Congressman Jim Jordan blasts Chicago and Illinois sanctuary city policies, arguing Democrat leaders continue to put illegal immigrants ahead of public safety and the rule of law. Rep. Jordan says local officials are obstructing federal immigration enforcement while dangerous policies create growing risks for American communities while Republicans are pushing to hold sanctuary city leaders accountable for refusing to cooperate with federal authorities.

Trump's "big, beautiful bill" opens school choice opportunities for low-income students

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